Hawai'I Pearls

Caesalpinia major

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Caesalpinia
Species:
Caesalpinia major

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Vine
Height:
8-12 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to coastal and dry forest regions